American car buyers looking for vehicles that will go the distance may want to start with Toyota. According to a study by iSeeCars, five Toyota models top the list of the 30 vehicles most likely to reach 250,000 miles, underscoring the automaker’s long-held reputation for longevity and dependability that I talk about on the Car Pro Show regularly.
The vehicles on the Top 30 list have up to a 36 percent chance of reaching a quarter million miles. Compare this to the average vehicle that has an 8.6 percent chance of lasting 250K miles or more. Overall, SUVs take up 16 slots on the list, while 8 slots go to pickups and four to sedans.
The Tundra is the number one longest-lasting vehicle, followed by Sequoia, 4Runner, Tacoma, and Highlander Hybrid. The data reflects Toyota’s consistency in building vehicles that owners keep for the long haul, often well beyond their initial ownership cycles. While Toyota clearly dominates, other brands also scored well in the analysis. Honda comes in as the second longest-lasting brand with six models in the Top 30.
Still, the study highlights that for shoppers who want a vehicle capable of quarter-million-mile endurance, Toyota remains the most reliable bet. That reputation has helped the brand maintain strong resale values and customer loyalty over decades, and these findings only reinforce it.
| Top 30 Vehicles Most Likely To Last 250,000+ Miles – iSeeCars Study* | |||
| Rank | Model | % Chance of Lasting 250,000+ Miles | Compared to Average |
| 1 | Toyota Tundra | 36.6% | 4.2x |
| 2 | Toyota Sequoia | 36.4% | 4.2x |
| 3 | Toyota 4Runner | 26.8% | 3.1x |
| 4 | Toyota Tacoma | 26.7% | 3.1x |
| 5 | Toyota Highlander Hybrid | 25.9% | 3.0x |
| 6 | Honda Ridgeline | 25.8% | 3.0x |
| 7 | Chevrolet Suburban | 22.0% | 2.5x |
| 8 | Toyota Avalon | 22.0% | 2.5x |
| 9 | Lexus GX | 20.7% | 2.4x |
| 10 | Chevrolet Silverado 1500 | 18.8% | 2.2x |
| 11 | GMC Yukon XL | 17.9% | 2.1x |
| 12 | Chevrolet Tahoe | 17.7% | 2.1x |
| 13 | Honda Pilot | 17.5% | 2.0x |
| 14 | Honda Accord | 16.6% | 1.9x |
| 15 | GMC Sierra 1500 | 16.1% | 1.9x |
| 16 | Ford F-150 | 15.8% | 1.8x |
| 17 | Toyota Highlander | 15.7% | 1.8x |
| 18 | Nissan Titan | 14.8% | 1.7x |
| 19 | GMC Yukon | 14.6% | 1.7x |
| 20 | Honda CR-V | 13.9% | 1.6x |
| 21 | Toyota Camry | 13.5% | 1.6x |
| 22 | Ford Expedition | 13.1% | 1.5x |
| 23 | Honda Accord Hybrid | 13.1% | 1.5x |
| 24 | Nissan Pathfinder | 13.0% | 1.5x |
| 25 | Toyota Prius | 12.6% | 1.5x |
| 26 | Nissan Armada | 12.6% | 1.5x |
| 27 | Mazda CX-9 | 12.4% | 1.4x |
| 28 | Acura MDX | 11.9% | 1.4x |
| 29 | Honda Odyssey | 11.5% | 1.3x |
| 30 | Ram 1500 | 11.5% | 1.3x |
| Overall Average | 8.6% | -- | |
*Light-duty vehicles only
For consumers considering their next purchase, the study provides reassurance that certain vehicles aren’t just built to last but are proven to keep running long after most cars are retired. At a time when many shoppers are keeping vehicles longer and seeking maximum value, knowing which models stand the best chance of hitting 250,000 miles could be more valuable than ever.
One important factor here: How long do you normally keep a car? While going 250,000 miles sounds great, there are many that will go 200,000 miles, and most all cars will make 150,000 with proper maintenance. If history shows you don’t keep a car a quarter of a million miles, don’t get too wrapped up in this list.